2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Berlingo and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Berlingo | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
